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Science & Arts Academy to host ‘SAA DAY’ on Saturday, Jan. 31Jan 26, 2026 2:15 pm - Science & Arts Academy, an independent school for gifted students in Des Plaines, will host SAA DAY from 9-11 a.m. on Saturday, Jan. 31, inviting prospective students and their families to experience the school in action.
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Department on Aging Seeks nominations for Senior Illinoisans Hall of FameJan 26, 2026 1:52 pm - The Illinois Department on Aging is seeking nominations for the 2026 induction class of the Senior Illinoisans Hall of Fame, which honors the accomplishments of Illinois residents aged 65 and older.
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Maine South Theatre presents ‘She Kills Monsters: Young Adventurers Edition’Jan 26, 2026 1:12 pm - The Maine South Fine Arts Department is proud to present “She Kills Monsters: Young Adventurers Edition,” by acclaimed playwright Qui Nguyen, at 7:30 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, Feb. 6 and 7; and 2 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 8.
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Lake Villa District Library’s annual After-Hours Event Feb. 20Jan 26, 2026 12:36 pm - “Grapes & Growlers: A Night at the Library 2026,” sponsored by the Lake Villa District Library Foundation, will take place from 7-9 p.m. Friday, Feb. 20. Guests must be 21 or older to attend. Admission is a $20 cover charge.
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Free screening of film documenting musician’s quest for recovery Feb. 7Jan 26, 2026 12:00 pm - “In Search of His Lost Cords” is a 90-minute documentary film detailing Kinkel’s quest for recovery of both his brain and vocal cord functions.
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Brookfield Zoo Chicago celebrates the season of love with special Valentine’s Day experiencesJan 26, 2026 11:31 am - Brookfield Zoo Chicago is offering unusual Valentine's Day experiences, including “Name a Cockroach” after someone for $15; a romantic jazz dinner with animal encounter; a new lantern festival; and up-close animal encounters through the "Wild Connections" program.
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Aurora Lions offer free youth vision examsJan 25, 2026 11:14 pm - Youth aged 6 months to 16 years can get free vision screenings on the third Saturday of each month at Santori Library in Aurora.
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Learn to grow your own heirloom apples at Garfield Farm MuseumJan 25, 2026 10:29 pm - Learn traditional apple grafting techniques and take home three grafts of heirloom varieties at Garfield Farm Museum's Antique Apple Tree Grafting Seminar on March 1.
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HFCA student wins Patriot Pen essay contestJan 24, 2026 10:50 pm - Stella French, a student at Holy Family Catholic Academy, won the Patriot Pen Essay Contest sponsored by the local VFW post.Her winning essay, titled "Faith and Loyalty Toward Our Nation," explored ways Americans can demonstrate patriotism through respect, service, and civic engagement.
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Marklund hosts inaugural Run, Walk & Roll-Elgin fundraiserJan 24, 2026 10:05 pm - A new 5K/1-mile fundraiser event, Run, Walk & Roll-Elgin, is being hosted by Marklund in Elgin on April 26.The USTAF-certified course starts and ends at the Marklund Wasmond Center, winding through adjacent neighborhoods.